Owed money on a job in Kentucky? LevelSet Collections prepares and files Kentucky liens for general contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, in any county. We're based in Carrollton, Texas, and we've filed more than 1,100 liens since 2020. You send the job details; we handle the paperwork, filing and required notices.
How filing works in Kentucky
Kentucky gives a generous 6 months to file, but subs and suppliers must send the notice of intent well before that. We check whether your notice went out in time, then file and mail the owner copy the same week. Liens are recorded with the county clerk where the property sits.
Kentucky deadlines at a glance
| Step | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Notice of intent (subs and suppliers) | 120 days after last furnishing for claims over $1,000; 75 days for smaller claims |
| Notice of intent, owner-occupied 1-2 family home | 75 days, any amount |
| Lien statement | 6 months after last furnishing |
| Copy to owner | 7 days after filing |
| Enforcement suit | 12 months after filing |
For the full rules, who can file and common mistakes, read our Kentucky lien deadline guide →
What trips people up in Kentucky
- If the owner copy isn't mailed within 7 days of filing, the lien is dissolved.
- On owner-occupied homes, the notice of intent is due in 75 days no matter how big the claim.
- The statement must show the net amount after credits and be properly sworn.
What we need from you
- Property address and owner name if you have it
- Who hired you and their contact info
- Your contract, bid or work order
- Unpaid invoices and the amount owed
- Your first and last day of work or delivery
- Copies of any notices you already sent
Missed the Kentucky deadline?
The debt is still owed. We collect unpaid construction invoices in Kentucky on contingency, 10% to 33%, with no charge if we don't collect. See construction collections →
Pricing and turnaround
Liens are $199 to $500, and that includes recording fees, notarizing and serving. Pre-lien notices are $100. Typical turnaround is 2 business days, and there's no minimum claim amount. Collections run on contingency, 10% to 33%, with no charge if we don't collect. Call (469) 694-8003, Monday through Friday, 8am to 7pm.
Other states we file in
Texas · Georgia · Kansas · Louisiana · Michigan · Minnesota · Mississippi · Missouri · Montana · Ohio · Oklahoma · Pennsylvania · South Carolina · South Dakota · Vermont · Virginia · Washington
Frequently asked questions
What is the Kentucky notice of intent?
A notice subs and suppliers send the owner stating the amount owed, due 75 or 120 days after last furnishing depending on the claim and property.
What dissolves a Kentucky lien?
Missing the 7-day owner mailing after filing, or not filing suit within 12 months.
Do you file in every Kentucky county?
Yes, we file in any county.
This page is general information, not legal advice. LevelSet Collections is not a law firm; we prepare and file liens and notices as agent for the claimant. Deadlines change and depend on the facts of your job, so confirm your dates with us before relying on them.
Owed money on a Kentucky job?
Liens $199 to $500, recording, notarizing and serving included. Usually filed in 2 business days. Call (469) 694-8003.
